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Drafting a will is a very quick process that can usually be accomplished within a matter of weeks or sooner in most cases. It really depends on the complexity of the will and whether there are any trusts created or any tax planning necessary. The second part of your question seems to be inquiring about the probate process. Having a will makes things much easier, however, with or without a will the time depends largely on the assets of the Estate, how long it takes to liquidate or distribute them and how many creditors there are. You should advise your mother that a will is very simple and will make matters much easier when she passes. She may also need a medical and durable power of attorney.

This may be troublesome since you had notice of the prior deed to your sister and could result in a litigated dispute, NY is a Race-Notice state, meaning that not only does the first person to record a deed trump all other deeds, but that person also has to have no notice of any conflicting deeds. The earlier quitclaim deed to your sister is a conflicting deed.